Drugs In Pregnancy

Drugs are taken in more than half of all pregnancies and the prevalence of use increases. The most commonly used drugs include antiemetics, antacids, antihistamines, analgesics, anti-bacterial agents, diuretics, hypnotics, tranquilizers, as well as socially recognized and illegal drugs. Despite this development, secure evidence-based guidelines for drug use during pregnancy are still missing. Regulatory information about drug safety during pregnancy Until recently, the FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) classified…